If You Know, You Know: Why London Masons should wear our new merch

Parachute
Regiment
Lodge
9315

WHAT IS FREEMASONRY?

One of the oldest secular social and charitable organisations in the world, modern Freemasonry’s roots lie in the traditions of the medieval stonemasons who built our castles and cathedrals…

The lodge has held several social events such as witnessing the Tower of London Keys ceremony a lady’s festival at a hotel usually outside of London that provides opportunity for our families to enjoy the company that these types of events provide. Importantly we maintain links with the regiment and serving soldiers.

EVENTS

Delve into the rich traditions of Freemasonry as we gather to celebrate our shared values and principles

WHERE WE MEET

Our meetings are held on the 1st Saturday of March, June, September and December, at 60 Great Queen Street, London WC2B 5AZ. they usually start at 11am thus providing members ample time to travel to London to join the meetings. The June meeting is the installation meeting.

ABOUT

The Parachute Regiment Lodge was consecrated on 5th June 1989. Though named for our Regiment the decision was taken not to restrict membership to serving or former members, though the majority do fit that criteria. Our membership is drawn from a wide range of military, security and civilian backgrounds who all adopt our ethos, to be the best in all that we do…

ARENA

Engage in enlightening discussions, partake in meaningful rituals, and forge lasting connections with fellow brethren

W Bro Omaid Hiwaizi writes:

I’m a lively marketer and a proud London Mason – and I’ve been itching to have something I can actually wear to the pub, the school run, or a Sunday stroll on the South Bank without shouting “Freemasonry!” Subtle. Smart. London. That was the brief.

We partnered with a small crew of young Met brethren – proper Londoners with good taste. The result is two beautifully considered, quietly symbolic tees that let you carry a piece of the Craft in everyday life.

The Designs

Three Pillars: Drawing inspiration from the symbolism in Freemasonry of the three pillars, the design features stylised drawings of a Doric, an Ionic and a Corinthian pillar; next to one another with a pigeon playfully added as a nod to the capital’s unofficial mascot.

Order yours here: https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/offical-metropolitan-grand-lodge/metropolitan-3-pillars-logo-t-shirt-pale-blue-medium-.htm

Thames: Building on the UGLE modern Square and Compass logo, the design features the river Thames passing through the symbol and uses Light Blue, Dark Blue and Red to symbolise the Craft, the Royal Arch and the River Thames.

Order yours here: https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/offical-metropolitan-grand-lodge/metropolitan-thames-logo-t-shirt-medium-.htm

How to Wear Them

You can wear them in any smart casual context, out at the weekend or even at the gym. They 're designed to ooze everyday style with discreet symbolism. They're also perfect gifts: ideal for candidates, milestones, or visiting Brethren.

Respectful of the Craft, unmistakably London, and built for real life. If you’re a Met Mason (or a friend of one), these tees let you carry the square, the river, and the city we share – close to the heart. If you know, you know.

This article is part of the Arena Magazine Issue 58 – Summer 2025 edition.
Arena Magazine is the official online magazine of the London Freemasons – Metropolitan Grand Lodge and Metropolitan Grand Chapter of London.

Read more articles in Arena Issue 58 here.

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